Posted by 2WayRadioHub on 2nd Jun 2025
Lost in the Rockies: How a Walkie Talkie Saved Our Trip (and Might Save Yours Too)
There are vacations you plan — and there are ones you’ll never forget.
Last October, a group of friends and I set out for a hiking adventure deep in the Rocky Mountains. No cell signal, no WiFi, just the great outdoors and our (questionable) sense of direction.
Three hours into the hike, our group split up. I stayed behind to snap a few photos, and when I turned around — poof, everyone was gone. No signal, no trail markers in sight. Alone, in the middle of 300,000 acres of wilderness.
Panic? A little.
Luckily, one thing we did bring was a set of CARRBORG 4G encrypted walkie talkies. One press of the button — “Hey, I’m by the ridge with the pine tree that looks like a chicken!” — and within seconds, my buddy’s voice crackled back, guiding me to safety. It wasn’t just a walkie talkie. It was peace of mind.
Why We’ll Never Hike Without One Again:
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Global communication with 4G LTE – even outside cell zones.
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Encrypted and secure – no eavesdropping hikers overhearing our snack plans.
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Rugged builds for drops, snow, and the occasional cliff-slide (don't ask).
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No monthly fees, just a one-time purchase with a full year of data included.
Since that day, we’ve used our CARRBORG radios during camping trips, music festivals, and even while coordinating logistics at a friend’s wedding. These things are insanely useful — and they’ve made our adventures safer and smarter.